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The plant (cassava) is named "mandioca", while its starch is called "tapioca". Cassava is the third-largest source of food carbohydrates in the world. Cassava is a major staple food in the developing world, providing a basic diet for over half a billion people. It is one of the most drought-tolerant crops, capable of growing on marginal soils.Nigeria is the world's largest producer of cassava. Nutrition Facts: Calculated for 1 cup: Amount Per Serving %DV Calories 544 Calories from Fat 0 0% Total Fat 0.0g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 1mg 0% Potassium 16mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 134.8g 44% Dietary Fiber 1.4g 5% Sugars 1.4g 0% Protein 0.3g 0%
The plant (cassava) is named "mandioca", while its starch is called "tapioca". Cassava is the third-largest source of food carbohydrates in the world. Cassava is a major staple food in the developing world, providing a basic diet for over half a billion people. It is one of the most drought-tolerant crops, capable of growing on marginal soils.Nigeria is the world's largest producer of cassava. Nutrition Facts: Calculated for 1 cup: Amount Per Serving %DV Calories 544 Calories from Fat 0 0% Total Fat 0.0g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 1mg 0% Potassium 16mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 134.8g 44% Dietary Fiber 1.4g 5% Sugars 1.4g 0% Protein 0.3g 0%